I'll also be using a JL 5 channel amp, but would prefer to use original speaker wiring if it's there, just to save the otherwise immense hassle of having to run new wiring everywhere. Obviously I'll need coax to run the pre-out line levels from the new head unit back to the factory amp (BM54 I guess ...

[quote="Razoor"] Hi, I replaced the factory door speaker pods with some mdf adapters when I changed the front door speakers. There are plastic adapters available but are very flimsy. The pictured ones were removed from my X5 prior to sale and are now surplus. A decent front pair of speakers sure do ...

Thanks, I've found a few threads, but Sanj suggests 6.5" and I KNOW they won't fit in the original pods without serious modification. I've also seen mention of the adapter rings, but haven't found anyone who actually admits to using them. I'd really like to know more about them, e.g. where they ...

A while ago I bought some decent speakers for the doors in my E53 which currently has the basic audio system with SatNav. The speakers are 165 mm (6.5") though and having now looked at the mounting pod from a door, I can see that's too large to fit into the pod. Looks like 160 mm (6.25") is about ...

Still researching this. Does no-one know anything? I've seen a BSW video that implies there are existing wires to tweeters (if fitted) in the A pillars. I have just the basic 6 speaker system with no tweeters there, but is there wiring for these already in place and if so, where does it come from ...

Just picking up on this as I'm finally preparing to embark on an upgrade for my 2005 X5. Whatever head unit I end up using, I need to know what is in my X5 and where, so I can figure out the wiring and connections. My X5 has the (dropdown) widescreen Nav with tape player behind it which I believe ...